Devolution of power top priority of PTI government: PM Imran

Prime Minister Imran Khan on Sunday stressed on the importance of devolution of power during a meeting in Lahore here on Sunday. While chairing a meeting regarding a new local bodies system, drafted by the federal government, prime Minister Imran said the government wants to truly empower citizns. The most important agenda of the Pakistan Tehreek e Insaf government is to delegate power to the local governmet, the prime minister said. The meeting was attended by Information Minister Fawad Chaudhry, Punjab Governor Shah Farman, and other senior party members. According to information received from sources, the new local government structure is expected to be approved after the consultative meeting. During his visit, the premier also met Punjab Chief Minister Usman Buzdar and local Government Minister Aleem Khan. The local government minister apprised PM imran of the priority agendas of all departments for the 100 day plan. Khan also briefed the premier regarding a draft of the proposed new local government structure